Post by novum on Apr 12, 2012 15:27:06 GMT -5
Nabila Culture
Vampire Lore
One can be transformed by being bitten by another vampire (Most traditional manner in which they are created). To continue and there blood line or their species, a vampire will stalk and hunt their prey. Carefully inspecting them before turning them into into one of their own, vampires make sure to sire strong not weak vampires.
When a person is picked or chosen, they are drained until the point of death, they are then fed from the their Sire. As they start to turn, their body dies a painful mortal death. Shortly after they are reborn into their new life for all eternity. It is forbidden to sire army's, gangs, children etc.
A person can also be born a vampire. A male vampire can mate with a female human, this may produce a child . The offspring usually have there senses increase, and can determine where if a vampire is near by.
Other:
1. Their eyes have become adapt to the darkness, and can see farther then any human. Also their sense of smell is enhanced, generally the scent of human blood draws them on. But they are able to pick up plenty of other smells from the air, or off of objects around them. Vampires are able to hear many conversations going on at once and focus on a single conversation.
2. Often times seductive and charming.
3. Sometimes able to form a bond with another vampire, or even a human ( Which it is frowned upon). A bond is strong and cannot be broken unless one of the two die, or a ritual is formed in blood.
4. They must be invited into your home, unless your entering a home of a vampire.
5. Vampires normally walk around at night, though during cloudy days they are able to go out during the day. When in contact with direct sunlight vampires can burn! Their also affected by crucifixes and holy water, but not affected by garlic. A vampire can die by fire, beheading, a stake through the heart or drowning in holy water.
6. Their fangs retract so it is not so obvious when they are walking around.
7. They cast a reflection in mirrors, water, windows etc.
8. Able to move fast, being in one place then another in the blink of an eye.
9. Vampires can heal quickly.
10. Elder vampires can sometimes read minds, and even teleport short distances.
11. Most vampires are beautiful.
12. Emotions are much more intense.
The Gathering
The leader of Nabila, and there companion, will sit and watch as each member of there group comes forward to present a gift. Normally these include objects from above ground, food, entertainment, weapons or art of some kind. This is a monthly gathering, if the leader or companion can not attend, the items are left at there home. This gathering is to show respect to the leader and royal family's, to not attend is sign of dishonor. The leader may punish those who do not follow this ritual, sometimes they pay with there lives.
Supply Patrol
Supply patrols are normally done by the civilians, they search the abandon buildings above ground for anything useful. High on there list is food/blood of course along with medical supplies, decoration, entertainment, weapons and a few other miscellaneous things. Civilians above ground must keep an eye out for the government, who would kidnap anyone if seen alive. Your chances of survival after capture is slim.
Meetings
Nabila meetings may take place daily, if not every other day. Only the leader, there companion and the royals are to attend meetings. Unless the leader has reason for another group member to join, meetings are meant to be private for safety reasons. Plans for battle, growth of the group and there survival are normally talked and argued over.
Group income
Nabila is known for there plants and herbs, for there garden is normally watched and tended to by the hour. They have no use for this food, so it is full profit when they sell or trade it at the Silent Market. Another way of income is there grain, which is always a big seller at the Silent market. Nabila tend to have two booths side by side, any member may run theses booths with the permission of the group leader.
16 Royal
This takes place when a royal turns 16, they now take responsibilities like an adult. Starting to earn an income and find a partner, there parent's start helping them onto there own path. But first there is a party that all royals must attend, the people come together with gifts and friendship. This may include people from other groups, but it is rare to include outsiders for obvious reasons.
Hand sized Guard statue
Given to anyone who becomes a guard in Nabila, this item is the color of your birth stone. The statue stands about two feet tall, each eye is filled with a small diamond. The guard keeps the statue if they retire, or at there death it is given to the closest relative. It has the guards first and last name on it, along with the date they joined.
Protected Human
A human who presents there blood to a vampire, you are picking to be there meal whenever they want. This is not rare for a vampire of Nablia to have a human in there care, they tend to live among the vampires peacefully, most of the time. You are given food, clothes and anything you may need. Normally guards or higher can have a protected human, if a civilian is found with a human they face the leaders wrath.
The Arts
The people of Nabila are skilled in arts, weather if be wood carving or painting, most Nabila members are skilled. The very walls they live by are painted, and even the occasional floor tells a story from the past. A few art skills may include: Painting, wood carving, writing, Play an instrument, building/repair objects.
Vampire Lore
One can be transformed by being bitten by another vampire (Most traditional manner in which they are created). To continue and there blood line or their species, a vampire will stalk and hunt their prey. Carefully inspecting them before turning them into into one of their own, vampires make sure to sire strong not weak vampires.
When a person is picked or chosen, they are drained until the point of death, they are then fed from the their Sire. As they start to turn, their body dies a painful mortal death. Shortly after they are reborn into their new life for all eternity. It is forbidden to sire army's, gangs, children etc.
A person can also be born a vampire. A male vampire can mate with a female human, this may produce a child . The offspring usually have there senses increase, and can determine where if a vampire is near by.
Other:
1. Their eyes have become adapt to the darkness, and can see farther then any human. Also their sense of smell is enhanced, generally the scent of human blood draws them on. But they are able to pick up plenty of other smells from the air, or off of objects around them. Vampires are able to hear many conversations going on at once and focus on a single conversation.
2. Often times seductive and charming.
3. Sometimes able to form a bond with another vampire, or even a human ( Which it is frowned upon). A bond is strong and cannot be broken unless one of the two die, or a ritual is formed in blood.
4. They must be invited into your home, unless your entering a home of a vampire.
5. Vampires normally walk around at night, though during cloudy days they are able to go out during the day. When in contact with direct sunlight vampires can burn! Their also affected by crucifixes and holy water, but not affected by garlic. A vampire can die by fire, beheading, a stake through the heart or drowning in holy water.
6. Their fangs retract so it is not so obvious when they are walking around.
7. They cast a reflection in mirrors, water, windows etc.
8. Able to move fast, being in one place then another in the blink of an eye.
9. Vampires can heal quickly.
10. Elder vampires can sometimes read minds, and even teleport short distances.
11. Most vampires are beautiful.
12. Emotions are much more intense.
The Gathering
The leader of Nabila, and there companion, will sit and watch as each member of there group comes forward to present a gift. Normally these include objects from above ground, food, entertainment, weapons or art of some kind. This is a monthly gathering, if the leader or companion can not attend, the items are left at there home. This gathering is to show respect to the leader and royal family's, to not attend is sign of dishonor. The leader may punish those who do not follow this ritual, sometimes they pay with there lives.
Supply Patrol
Supply patrols are normally done by the civilians, they search the abandon buildings above ground for anything useful. High on there list is food/blood of course along with medical supplies, decoration, entertainment, weapons and a few other miscellaneous things. Civilians above ground must keep an eye out for the government, who would kidnap anyone if seen alive. Your chances of survival after capture is slim.
Meetings
Nabila meetings may take place daily, if not every other day. Only the leader, there companion and the royals are to attend meetings. Unless the leader has reason for another group member to join, meetings are meant to be private for safety reasons. Plans for battle, growth of the group and there survival are normally talked and argued over.
Group income
Nabila is known for there plants and herbs, for there garden is normally watched and tended to by the hour. They have no use for this food, so it is full profit when they sell or trade it at the Silent Market. Another way of income is there grain, which is always a big seller at the Silent market. Nabila tend to have two booths side by side, any member may run theses booths with the permission of the group leader.
16 Royal
This takes place when a royal turns 16, they now take responsibilities like an adult. Starting to earn an income and find a partner, there parent's start helping them onto there own path. But first there is a party that all royals must attend, the people come together with gifts and friendship. This may include people from other groups, but it is rare to include outsiders for obvious reasons.
Hand sized Guard statue
Given to anyone who becomes a guard in Nabila, this item is the color of your birth stone. The statue stands about two feet tall, each eye is filled with a small diamond. The guard keeps the statue if they retire, or at there death it is given to the closest relative. It has the guards first and last name on it, along with the date they joined.
Protected Human
A human who presents there blood to a vampire, you are picking to be there meal whenever they want. This is not rare for a vampire of Nablia to have a human in there care, they tend to live among the vampires peacefully, most of the time. You are given food, clothes and anything you may need. Normally guards or higher can have a protected human, if a civilian is found with a human they face the leaders wrath.
The Arts
The people of Nabila are skilled in arts, weather if be wood carving or painting, most Nabila members are skilled. The very walls they live by are painted, and even the occasional floor tells a story from the past. A few art skills may include: Painting, wood carving, writing, Play an instrument, building/repair objects.